Trump: US in ‘final stages’ of talks with Iran: ‘We’ll see what happens’
President Trump announced that negotiations with Iran are in the 'final stages' and warned of potential military action if a deal is not reached. He expressed hope for a peaceful resolution but indicated that the US military may need to take a tougher stance. The discussions are primarily focused on Iran's nuclear program and the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.
- ▪Trump stated that the US is in the final stages of negotiations with Iran.
- ▪He mentioned that military action could be necessary if a deal is not achieved.
- ▪The talks are centered around Iran's nuclear program and the Strait of Hormuz.
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Politics Trump: US in ‘final stages’ of talks with Iran: ‘We’ll see what happens’ By Emily Goodin Published May 20, 2026, 2:50 p.m. ET See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The New York Post on Google President Trump claimed Wednesday negotiations with Iran are in the “final stages” — and the US military will have to get “a little bit nasty” if no deal is reached. “We’re in final stages of Iran,” he told reporters at Joint Base Andrews. “We’ll see what happens. Either [we] have a deal or we’re going to do some things that are a little bit nasty, but hopefully that won’t happen.” Negotiations have stalled over the future of Iran’s nuclear program and reopening the critical Strait of Hormuz. Filed under iran 5/20/26 Read Next Jan.
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